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Citadel of Qaitbay

Landmarks

The Citadel of Qaitbay is a 15th century fortress on the eastern end of the Pharos Island, on the same sight as the Lighthouse of Alexandria which was one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. It was built by the Mamluks on the Mediterranean coast to defend Alexandria from the Ottoman Turks. Today it houses a Maritime Museum which displays artifacts from the Roman and Napoleonic sea battles.

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About Citadel of Qaitbay

Graeco-Roman Museum(2.8 km)(1.7 mile)
The Graeco-Roman Museum has a vast collection of 40,000 objects, mostly dating from the 3rd century BC to the 3rd century AD, that show the influence of Graeco-Roman culture on Egyptian society after Alexander the Great's conquest.

Alexandria Roman Theatre(2.9 km)(1.8 mile)
The Kom Al-Dikka or Roman Amphitheatre in Alexandria dates back to the 2nd century AD, with typical Greco-Roman features.

Tomb of the Unknown Naval Soldier(1.9 km)(1.2 mile)
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Mansheya is a neo-Classical monument honoring Egyptian military personnel who lost their lives at sea.

Ras el-Tin Palace(2.2 km)(1.3 mile)
The Ras el-Tin Palace on the Mediterranean coast of Alexandria was a royal palace that is now one of the official residences of the President of Egypt and part of a naval base.